As part of Bupa Arabia‘s efforts to promote public health and achieving a work-life balance by supporting sports activities, it organised the Bupa Arabia super Padel tournament finals 2024. This event was hosted by the Royal Commission for AlUla and sponsored by Cloud 7 Residence Resort, from the 21-23rd November 2024.
The tournament featured strong competition, with teams representing the winners from three regions across the Kingdom, as well as the host authority. THIQAH emerged victorious, claiming first place nationwide, after an impressive performance in the finals. The tournament was filled with intense and exciting matches between the competing teams: THIQAH, Royal Commission for Al-Ula, Al-Khereiji Group, and Dallah Company.
The participating teams put on strong performances, with Al-Khereiji Group finishing second, and the Royal Commission for AlUla in third place. The top three teams were awarded medals and trophies in a ceremony attended by a large crowd of supporters.
This tournament is part of Bupa Arabia’s efforts to promote public health and achieve a work-life balance by supporting sports activities, especially padel, a sport gaining increasing popularity in the Kingdom. The initiative aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, aiming to raise the percentage of individuals regularly practicing sports to 40 per cent by 2030. It reflects Bupa Arabia’s commitment to encouraging its clients to adopt healthy and sustainable lifestyles.
“We extend our sincere thanks to Bupa Arabia for organising this wonderful event, which brought companies together for an enjoyable sports challenge that fostered teamwork and contributed to building social and healthy relationships and exchanging experiences”, said Mr. Fawaz Al-Mansour, Business Development Manager at THIQAH Company.
“This victory reflects the successful partnership between us and Bupa Arabia, demonstrating our shared commitment to creating a positive impact and supporting sustainable development. I would also like to thank THIQAH Company for its continuous support, which was behind this achievement.”
“We take pride in presenting an ideal model of collaboration and partnership and look forward to more initiatives and events that inspire national companies to participate and enhance the skills of their employees, contributing to tangible benefits across various fields”, added Mr. Al-Mansour.
This tournament is the fourth event in the first season of the Bupa Padel tournament, organized by Bupa Arabia as part of a tournament’s series held in Riyadh, Jeddah, and the Eastern Region. It is also part of the “Live Right” program launched by Bupa Arabia in 2022 to enhance public health, spread health awareness, and encourage healthy habits through sports, in line with Vision 2030’s objectives to improve the quality of life.
Since its inception, the tournament has seen the participation of over 140 teams from Bupa Arabia’s clients, making it an interactive platform to promote physical activity, social connections, and professional padel practice. The final of the 2024 tournament stood out with high sportsmanship and fierce competition, encouraging healthy rivalry among clients and supporting social and sporting connections. It also motivated employees to participate in sports activities, enhancing their well-being and raising awareness about the importance of physical activity.
“We are proud to organise the final season of this tournament in the enchanting city of AlUla, which offers an ideal environment to combine sports with exploring the Kingdom’s cultural and natural landmarks”, said Amin Shaibi, Director of Segment and Trade Management of Marketing at Bupa Arabia.
